2003 Daewoo Matiz vs. 2006 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daewoo Matiz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daewoo Matiz would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Aerio weights approximately 257 kg more than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Matiz | 2006 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Daewoo | Suzuki |
| Model | Matiz | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
